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Living with CADWhat you do (and don’t do), daily, has a big impact on what you can do for your heart health, as well as your overall health. With coronary artery disease (CAD), plaque builds along the walls of your arteries that supply blood to your heart. When blood flow is completely blocked, a heart attack occurs. Whether you have angina, have had a heart attack, or surgery to improve blood flow to the heart, follow your treatment guidelines to improve your health and prevent further problems.
Use this calendar to:• Remind you to follow your treatment guidelines.• Schedule and keep track of appointments for health care visits, tests, and
exams.• Note when it is time to re-order your medications, so you don’t run out.• Keep track of your weight.
Medicine Log. (Record in pencil to keep this list current.)
Medicine Name Dose Frequency Reason to Take
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Telephone Numbers Emergency Contact Name: ___________________ Number: ______________
Health Care Team
Primary Care Physician: ___________________________________________
Cardiologist: ____________________________________________________
Pharmacist: _____________________________________________________
Care Specialist: __________________________________________________
Things I Need to Keep Track of:
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This is the last month of the year and the beginning of the rest of your life.Use your treatment guidelines and this planner to help you reach goals for controlling coronary artery disease:• Relieve symptoms, such as chest pain.• Reverse, stop, or slow the buildup of plaque in the arteries.• Help keep blood clots from forming. • Reduce the risk for a heart attack and further damage to the heart. • Have few or no side effects from medications to manage coronary artery disease.• Prevent other serious problems, such as stroke.• Improve your quality of life and help you live longer.
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Have questions? Call your Care Specialist.
Learn what you can do to improve your health and prevent further problems.• See your physician for regular exams and tests, as advised. • Take medications, as prescribed, to improve heart functions and to
prevent a heart attack or a repeat heart attack. Examples are:- ACE inhibitors. - ARBS (Angiotensin II receptor blockers). - Aspirin. - Nitroglycerin.- Beta blockers. This medicine helps protect your heart muscle and
makes it easier for your heart to beat normally.- Medications to lower LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides, as needed.
• Are you feeling down or depressed? Talk to someone about these feelings.
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1 Groundhog Day 6 Wear Red Day 14 Valentine’s Day
16 President’s Day25 Ash WednesdayAmerican Heart Month
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Keep track of your weight and weight loss.
You’re a winner when you lose!If you are overweight, losing just 5 to 10 percent of your current weight can help lower your risk for a heart attack. Losing weight can also reduce the risk of developing hypertension and diabetes, as well as lowering the risk of complications from these diseases.
• Set a goal weight with your physician. Write it here _____ lbs. Follow your physician’s or dietitian’s advice for physical activity, diet, and behavior changes to achieve your weekly/monthly weight loss goals.
• Weigh yourself once a week. Write your weekly weight in this planner. • Get a lot more information about losing weight from Weight-control
Information Network (WIN) at www.niddk.nih.gov
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8 Daylight Saving Time Begins17 St. Patrick’s Day20 Spring Begins
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Need help with portion sizes? Call your Care Specialist.
What you eat and drink plays a major role in heart health.• Follow the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Eating
Plan (or the diet your health care provider advises). DASH calls for:- Eating 4-5 servings of fruits and 4-5 servings of vegetables a day. - Limiting meat, fish and poultry servings. Think of meat as one part of
your meal, not a main course.- Eating 2-3 daily servings of low-fat or nonfat dairy foods. - Limiting total fat; red meats; sweets; added sugars, sugar-containing
beverages; and cholesterol. Strictly limit saturated fats. Eliminate trans fats. These may be labeled as hydrogenated fats or oils in some cookies, chips, etc.
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Remember to track your daily exercise.
Make a daily walk part of your routine.Regular exercise helps you control your weight, blood pressure, and risk for a first or a subsequent heart attack. It lowers stress and makes you feel better, too.• Exercise guidelines may be based on results of stress test(s) you have. • In general, you should aim to do a minimum of 30 minutes of aerobic
exercise (walking, cycling, etc.), 4-5 times a week. Start out slowly. Build up your pace gradually.
• Use your calendar to plan your exercises like you plan other weekly events.• Do exercises and physical activities you enjoy and look forward to doing.• Exercise with a friend or co-worker.Always talk to your physician before starting an exercise plan.
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Controlling your blood pressure may help lower your risk for a heart attack and stroke.• Follow your treatment guidelines from your physician for diet and physical
activity.• Take your medications, as prescribed. Monitor your blood pressure as advised. • Discuss with your physician:
- How much alcohol is safe for you to drink.- Possible food and medication interactions. Ask which foods you should
avoid when taking certain medications.- Signs and symptoms of a stroke.
• If you smoke, consider quitting.
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Get healthy vacation tips from your Care Specialist.
Don’t take a vacation from your medications. • If you don’t take your medications talk to your physician.
- Do you just forget? Do side effects bother you? Is cost a factor?- Is it hard to swallow pills? Do you skip taking your water pill because you
do not want to use public restroooms?• Store medicines in the same place, but out of children’s reach. • Take medications at the same time every day, such as with breakfast. • Use pill containers, a daily checklist, or this pocket planner to remind you. • Keep medications in your pocket, purse, and at work, in case you forget to
take them at home.
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Remember to limit portion sizes.
Choose foods wisely when eating away from home.• Choose a restaurant that offers a variety of healthy foods.• Avoid “all-you-can-eat” restaurants. You may end up eating too much.• Order water or unsweetened iced tea. Ask for a lemon or lime slice. Calories
in sodas and alcoholic beverages add up. Your bill costs more, too.• Choose baked, broiled, roasted, and steamed menu items.• Ask for half orders or share an order with a companion. • Avoid sauces and gravies.• At a buffet, look at all items offered before you make selections. Limit
serving sizes. Arrange the food attractively. Don’t pile it on.• Ask for your items to be prepared without adding salt.
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Plan time to relax.
Manage stress and anger. Ways to DE-STRESS:• Do regular physical exercise.• Express your anger in a healthy way. Try to find humor in what has caused
you to be angry.• Stretch muscles to relieve tension.• Take deep breaths. Meditate.• Relax with soothing music, a warm bath or shower, etc.• Enjoy a massage.• Sip a cup of warm, herbal tea.• Share your feelings with others. If you can’t express your anger out loud,
write it down.
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Have you had your blood cholesterol checked?
Know your cholesterol numbers!• See the “Target Blood Fats (Lipids)” chart at the end of this calendar.• Lowering LDL-cholesterol reduces the risk of a heart attack and can help
you live longer! Take medications, as prescribed; lose weight; and exercise.• Read food labels to help you make healthy choices.• Strictly limit saturated fats. Have nonfat and low-fat dairy foods. Limit
serving sizes of meat. Eat 2-3 servings of fish a week. Eliminate trans fats. These may be labeled hydrogenated fats or oils in some cookies, chips, etc.
• Eat 20-35 grams of dietary fiber a day, especially the kind in oatmeal, oat bran, kidney and other beans, lentils, apples, oranges, and carrots.
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National Breast Cancer Awareness MonthHealthy Lung Month
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Have you had your flu shot yet?
Talk to your physician about all the medications you take.• Keep a current list of your prescribed and over-the-counter medications. List
vitamins, minerals, herbs, and other supplements, too. Show this list to every health care provider who prescribes medication for you.
• Know medication names, dosages, and what they are for.• Talk to your physician and pharmacist before you take over-the-counter
medicines and dietary supplements.• Follow your prescription plan’s procedure for ordering medicines and
supplies. Allow enough time so you do not run out.• Let your physician know if a medication you take makes you feel worse or if
you need help managing your medications.
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Call your Care Specialist for healthy tips.
Don’t smoke. If you smoke, quit.• Quitting isn’t easy, but millions of people have done it. YOU CAN, TOO!• Make the commitment now, no matter how many times you may have done
so in the past.• Talk to your physician about prescribed and over-the-counter medications
that can help you quit.• Take part in a stop smoking program. • Get help to quit from the National Network of Tobacco Quitlines at
www.smokefree.gov and 1.800.QUIT.NOW (784.8669).• Avoid secondhand smoke. Do not allow smoking in your house. • Talk to ex-smokers for support.
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Schedule health screenings you still need.
Plan your health needs for the holidays.• If you do not feel well, contact your health care provider. Don’t put it off
until next year because you are too busy.• Plan ahead for your eating, exercise, and rest needs.• It is not too late to schedule health screenings you have not yet had this year.
See “Tests & Exams” at the end of this calendar.• Be sensible and selective with what you eat. Focus on these “L” words:
- Lean. - Less. - Little piece.- Limit. - Low-fat.
• Take a fresh veggie or fruit tray to parties. Everyone will benefit from this.• Use recipes with less fat, salt, and sugar. Find these at www.nhlbi.nih.gov.
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Charts for Target Health GoalsTarget Blood Pressure Goals* Systolic Diastolic Pressure (top number) (bottom number)
For adults, in general < 120 mm Hg < 80 mm Hg
For persons with: < 130 mm Hg < 80 mm Hg • Diabetes• Kidney disease
{Note: Ask your physician what your target blood pressure goal is: _________ mm Hg.}
* Source: Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on the Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure (JNC 7).
Target Blood Fats (Lipids)*
Total cholesterol < 200 mg/dL
LDL (bad) cholesterol < 100 mg/dL(Helps deposit cholesterol in artery walls)
HDL (good) cholesterol > 40 mg/dL for men(Helps remove cholesterol from the blood) > 50 mg/dL for women
Triglycerides < 150 mg/dL
{Note: Ask your physician what your target levels are. Target levels are based on all of your heart disease risk factors.}
* Source: Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III).
Target Blood Pressure Goals* Systolic Diastolic Pressure (top number) (bottom number)
For adults, in general < 120 mm Hg < 80 mm Hg
For persons with: < 130 mm Hg < 80 mm Hg • Diabetes• Kidney disease
{Note: Ask your physician what your target blood pressure goal is: _________ mm Hg.}
* Source: Seventh Report of the Joint National Committee on the Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure (JNC 7).
Target Blood Fats (Lipids)*
Total cholesterol < 200 mg/dL
LDL (bad) cholesterol < 100 mg/dL(Helps deposit cholesterol in artery walls)
HDL (good) cholesterol > 40 mg/dL for men(Helps remove cholesterol from the blood) > 50 mg/dL for women
Triglycerides < 150 mg/dL
{Note: Ask your physician what your target levels are. Target levels are based on all of your heart disease risk factors.}
* Source: Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Cholesterol in Adults (Adult Treatment Panel III).
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Health Tests & ExamsThese are general guidelines for adults.* Follow your physician’s advice for tests and exams. For your child, follow his/her physician’s advice for tests and exams.
Exam or Test How Often**
Checkup Depends on your heart condition, how severe it is and how well it is controlled. Follow your physician’s advice.
Pneumonia vaccine Discuss with your physician.
Flu vaccine Every year during flu season.
Blood pressure and weight Every office visit. Test at home as advised.
Cholesterol blood test (fasting lipids) One to 2 times a year as advised.
Dental exam 1-2 times a year.
Eye exam Every 5 years (ages 18-29); every 2-4 years (ages 30-64); every year (age 65+).
Breast exam by physician or nurse Every 3 years (ages 18-40); yearly (age 40 +).
Pap test Every 1-3 years to age 65; as advised age 65+.
Chlamydia screening Discuss with your physician.
Mammogram Every 1-2 years age 40+ as advised.
Osteoporosis screening Starting at age 65 (60 if at increased risk for fractures) as often as advised.
Colorectal cancer screening Starting at age 50 or as advised.
Prostate cancer screening As advised by your physician.
Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening Once for men age 65-75 who have ever smoked.
* Source: The Guide to Clinical Preventive Services, 2008, Recommendation of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
** Check your plan documents or call Customer Service for your specific plan’s coverage.
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Helpful Web SitesAmerican Dietetic Association | www.eatright.org
American Heart Association | www.americanheart.org
MyPyramid.Gov | www.mypyramid.gov
National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence | www.ncadd.org
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute | www.nhlbi.nih.gov
National Institutes of Health | www.nih.gov
National Safety Council | www.nsc.org
Smokefree.gov | www.smokefree.org
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Living with CADWhat you do (and don’t do), daily, has a big impact on what you can do for your heart health, as well as your overall health. With coronary artery disease (CAD), plaque builds along the walls of your arteries that supply blood to your heart. When blood flow is completely blocked, a heart attack occurs. Whether you have angina, have had a heart attack, or surgery to improve blood flow to the heart, follow your treatment guidelines to improve your health and prevent further problems.
Use this calendar to:• Remind you to follow your treatment guidelines.• Schedule and keep track of appointments for health care visits, tests, and
exams.• Note when it is time to re-order your medications, so you don’t run out.• Keep track of your weight.
Medicine Log. (Record in pencil to keep this list current.)
Medicine Name Dose Frequency Reason to Take
© 2008 American Institute for Preventive Medicine. All rights reserved.
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